Sony announced the launch day for its new flagship smartphone, the Xperia 1 VIII

Sony Announces New Xperia X Series Smartphone

The company has confirmed that another flagship from the Xperia lineup is in development. The new model is slated for release next week.

What We Know Before the Official Release
- Processor – Geekbench’s database shows a relatively obscure smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, indicating high specifications for the upcoming device.
- Name – Rumors suggest the model will be called “Xperia 1 VIII.” Sony has not disclosed details yet, but a brief teaser confirms the accuracy of earlier leaks.

Key Features
Parameter Expected Specification
Screen 6.5‑inch OLED with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio (like the Xperia 1 VII)
Cameras The vertical arrangement of primary cameras will be abandoned – the new design diverges from the series’ traditional layout since 2019
Colors Graphite Black, Lolite Silver, Garnet Red, Native Gold

Planned Launch
- Presentation date – May 13.
- Broadcast channel – Sony’s official YouTube channel.

Thus, Sony is preparing a new generation of the Xperia 1 with improved specs and a refreshed look, with details to be revealed in the coming days.